Board Recruitment: Finance & Audit Committee

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you want to join a team empowering communities across Canada to engage volunteers with their passions? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team and volunteer on a board that is supporting organizations to tackle important social issues such as anti-racism, food security, the environment, gender and identity, equity-seeking communities, and more. Our work has a multiplier effect as we support not-for-profit organizations in promoting volunteering, and we need engaged individuals like you to help us continue our mission. Not only will you be doing good, but you will also be part of a fun and dynamic team that loves to make a difference. So, what are you waiting for? Join us today, and let's make a positive impact together!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The VolunteerConnector Board of Directors is a Governance Board and is currently looking to add to the Board at its upcoming Annual General Meeting in June 2024. Specifically, we are recruiting for 2 Board members to join either the Governance & Nomination Committee or the Finance & Audit Committee. Members of the Board are elected for a term of two years and may stand for an additional 4 years.

All Board Members are accountable to the organization in the following ways:

• Providing input into the strategic plan of VolunteerConnector and advising on its long-term sustainability

• Ensuing strong fiduciary oversight and financial management

• Representing VolunteerConnector at events, as appropriate.

• Preparing in advance of Committee meetings and contribute to the decision-making process.

• Attending our virtual Board meetings regularly (typically 4 per year plus 1 annual day-long strategic planning session)

• Serving on at least one Committee and attending Committee meetings (typically 3-4 times per year)

• Committing to the role for a minimum of two years (the length of a term).

Finance & Audit Committee members:

• Assist with reviewing and providing feedback on the organization’s quarterly financial results, annual budget and annual audited financial statements.

• Develop an understanding of the organization’s risk management and financial policies, and assist with monitoring and ensuring compliance with these policies.

• Support discussions on forecasting and opportunities for revenue generation.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualifications in finance &/or accounting, including:

• Budgeting, financial results and audited financial statements

• Risk management and monitoring

• Forecasting

• Any of the following experience would be considered an asset:

• Previous or current non-profit Board member

• Funding management strategy &/or fund development

• Equity, diversity & inclusion

• Strategic planning

• Digital media relations

• Tech sector &/or start-ups

PERSONAL QUALITIES

You will be a strong member of our team if you have communications skills, empathy, passion for the cause, are eager to participate and express your ideas, a curiosity to learn, and have a creative & innovative mindset.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to work for an organization that is making a real difference in promoting volunteering in Calgary and across Canada.

• The opportunity to be a key contributor in building resilient communities by supporting both volunteers and not-for-profit organizations in sustaining and growing volunteerism.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit our website at volunteerconnector.org to learn more about our organization and apply to join our Board today! Please indicate your interest by submitting your cover letter & resume prior to April 26, 2024. We welcome applicants from across Canada. We are looking forward to meeting with qualified applicants and onboarding the successful applicant in May 2024.

ACCOMMODATION

If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Marla Kailly, Board Secretary at 403-993-2624 or by email at marlaleannek@gmail.com and we will be happy to work with you to meet your individual needs.